Domaine Bernard & Thierry Glantenay is one of at least two Glantenay estates in Volnay ... saying at least to be sure that I dont have one more hiding in the Volnay hills. The other being Domaine Georges Glantenay located in the core of the village … [Read more...] about Visit Domaine Bernard & Thierry Glantenay – Tasting the 2018s
Pommard Les Rugiens
Visit Domaine Michel Gaunoux … on a rainy day
What can comfort you on a rainy day? The answer is pretty simple if you know the wines of Domaine Michel Gaunoux ... "Then there was rain. The sky wore a veil of gold and gray. At night it was the bright of the moon with me. Time was just … [Read more...] about Visit Domaine Michel Gaunoux … on a rainy day
Visit Domaine Y. Clerget tasting the 2018s
Thursday offered a delightful visit at Domaine Y. Clerget - with Thibaud Clerget presenting a truly beautiful lineup of 2018s. I have followed Thibaud since the 2015 vintage, and I must say that he really nailed the 2018s - the wines here are … [Read more...] about Visit Domaine Y. Clerget tasting the 2018s
Visit Michel Gaunoux – back
Visiting Anne and Alexandre Gaunoux at Domaine Michel Gaunoux in the very center of Pommard is always a treat. Tasting a 2017 Bourgogne, a 2016 Rugiens and a 2007 Pommard Epenots is showing wines to enjoy in the years to follow. Notes will … [Read more...] about Visit Michel Gaunoux – back
Visit Domaine Heitz-Lochardet – tasting of the red 2017s
On my May + June 2018 trip to Burgundy I had the chance to visit Armand Heitz at Domaine Heitz-Lochardet to taste the 2017s from cask. Armand Heitz, June 2018 For further info about the estate see the article from the tasting of the tasting … [Read more...] about Visit Domaine Heitz-Lochardet – tasting of the red 2017s
Domaine Glantenay, Pommard Les Rugiens Hauts 2016
The Pommard Les Rugians Hauts from Domaine Glantenay is a further step up from the village level wines. The nose is vivid and clear - fresh fruits and a clear mineral note. On the palate both juicy and transparant fruit, with a lovely view to the … [Read more...] about Domaine Glantenay, Pommard Les Rugiens Hauts 2016
Tasting Domaine Michel Gaunoux … timeless perspectives
One of the most memorable visits in 2017 was at Domaine Michel Gaunoux - tasting some timeless or should I say old school Burgundies from Pommard, Beaune and Corton. Remembering and cherishing the best traditions of Burgundy, and celebrating … [Read more...] about Tasting Domaine Michel Gaunoux … timeless perspectives
Visit Domaine Jean-Marc et Thomas Bouley – tasting of the 2016s
On my October 2017 trip to Burgundy I had the chance to visit Thomas Bouley at Domaine Jean-Marc et Thomas Bouley to taste the 2016s from cask. I have tasted a few wines from Thomas Bouley before - but never visited the estate before - another … [Read more...] about Visit Domaine Jean-Marc et Thomas Bouley – tasting of the 2016s